Today’s Best
Top performers from the Inland Northwest and beyond:
Pekka Rinne
Second-year goalie made 30 saves for his first career shutout in Nashville’s 2-0 win over Buffalo.
Emeka Okafor
Charlotte center added 10 rebounds to go with 24 points to help the Bobcats beat Minnesota.
Steve Slaton
Texans running back ran for 130 yards and two touchdowns in Houston’s win over Jacksonville.